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In reply to the discussion: I fell on my head again last night [View all]

CentralMass

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10. Might I suggest getting a walker, and a cane if you dont already have them.
Fri Dec 27, 2024, 02:17 AM
Dec 2024

I recently rehabbed a broken ankle for several months and I have some intermittent balance issues.

I couldn't bear weight on the broken ankle for 10 weeks and used crutches and more often a walker heavily during that period and used it and a cane after they cleared me for bearing weight on it. The walker is a portable one with the seat. You can use it in situations like using the bathroom or standing at the sink. Or you can sit on it at the sink.

The cane that I picked has led lights built into the handle that illuminate the the floor and straight ahead. It is great for getting up at night at or in low light situations. If you have stairs, maybe leave the walker downstairs and use the cane and the railing to go up and down stairs. A good physical therapists will help you with this. You should get a referral from your doctor.
The cane.
https://a.co/d/eUAcRax

The walker.
https://a.co/d/dGzlDiY





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I fell on my head again last night [View all] cyclonefence Dec 2024 OP
I too am a "faller." It's awful, and yes, scary. CaliforniaPeggy Dec 2024 #1
No, you're probably not the most decrepit 'senior' here, and likely not the only 'faller.' elleng Dec 2024 #2
There are some great tips here Betty Boom Dec 2024 #3
All these maneuvers require strong abdominal muscles that many of us do not have question everything Dec 2024 #6
See how she tips her head FORWARD when... Trueblue Texan Dec 2024 #22
I am a faller, age 78. My falls are generally attributed to problems brer cat Dec 2024 #4
I'm steady but live alone, far even from neighbors. usonian Dec 2024 #5
can you do this Skittles Dec 2024 #7
My ex had a stretch with vertigo. rubbersole Dec 2024 #8
Oh dear... 2naSalit Dec 2024 #9
Might I suggest getting a walker, and a cane if you dont already have them. CentralMass Dec 2024 #10
i used to trip a lot when i was faster + tumbling helped me always land on my ass. pansypoo53219 Dec 2024 #11
CALL 911 AverageOldGuy Dec 2024 #12
Good advice. There's a reason I'm asked about falls at every medical appointment underpants Dec 2024 #31
a rechargeable timms139 Dec 2024 #13
Why are you using night lights? A night light bulb is about 7 watts Figarosmom Dec 2024 #14
This is a compensation that can become a big problem. Trueblue Texan Dec 2024 #21
Lift chairs are horrible Betty Boom Dec 2024 #26
you might be dehydrated? IbogaProject Dec 2024 #15
I fall a lot. I have taken to wearing knee pads, and I'm AnotherDreamWeaver Dec 2024 #16
I'm scared about falling too. irisblue Dec 2024 #17
I've never had a good sense of balance Siwsan Dec 2024 #18
One of the best fall prevention strategies is to change your environment to support your safety. Trueblue Texan Dec 2024 #19
The most common cause of falls ... Trueblue Texan Dec 2024 #20
100% this Betty Boom Dec 2024 #25
Link on how to use a "rollater" (walker with wheels) CentralMass Dec 2024 #23
So sorry you fell and had a scare. It is scary. Hoping you heal quickly. 58Sunliner Dec 2024 #24
I have developed a habit of falling asleep on the toilet. LakeArenal Dec 2024 #27
I asked for and received a toilet seat with side handles No Vested Interest Dec 2024 #33
My husband is a faller SARose Dec 2024 #28
My dad just uses a urinal ne t to the bed at night MotownPgh Dec 2024 #30
I'm a 78 yr old faller Submariner Dec 2024 #29
I've been using Hurrycanes for several years. No Vested Interest Dec 2024 #34
That's the ticket Submariner Dec 2024 #35
Someone needs to come up with ReRe Dec 2024 #32
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